Care as the Vertebrating Axis of the Family Intergenerationality

Abstract

We are currently witnessing a global reality with unprecedented dynamics in human history: the incessant population change reflected in permanent changes in birth and death patterns. Despite being unprecedented, intergenerational family relationships remain relevant as a primary sphere and the most significant framework in people's lives.
In the family, intergenerationality intertwines care and vulnerability in a way that is inherent to the human ontological character enabled by intrafamilial dynamics. Likewise, the recognition of one's own vulnerability gives rise to the value of solidarity and the reaffirmation of otherness as a truly human condition and vocation: of care, of co-responsibility, and of altruism.
In this way, we could estimate the paradigm of care based on the reaffirmation of ontological vulnerability. To address this issue in depth, and given the complexity of the facets of this highly relevant topic, we propose an analysis of current scientifically rigorous studies in these fields of research, taking an interdisciplinary approach based on fundamental concepts. An introduction to a study proposal aims to foster a more just and compassionate society, one that is proud to care for the future of new generations, by reaffirming care as the intergenerational backbone of the family.